Contract Research, Collaborative Research, Academic Guidance

1. How to collaborate with our university

List of Major Collaboration Methods with Kochi University

Contract ResearchJoint ResearchAcademic Guidance
1. ContentKochi University conducts research commissioned by external organizations (which the external organizations do not conduct themselves)Research is conducted jointly by Kochi University and external organizationsAt the request of external organizations, faculty and staff members of this university provide guidance and advice based on their expertise.
2. Report on Research FindingsReport research findings to the clientCompile research findings collaboratively
3. Application FormEssentialEssentialEssential
4. ContractEssentialEssentialNo
5. Necessary Expenses• Direct expenses (supplies, travel expenses, honoraria, etc.)
• Indirect expenses (30% of direct expenses)
• Direct Costs (1) (Supplies, travel expenses, honoraria, etc.)
• Direct Costs (2) (Personnel costs for research staff) *1
• Indirect Costs (30% of Direct Costs (1))
• Research Grant *2
• Tuition fees (number of instruction hours × hourly rate (11,000 yen or more per hour) + other necessary out-of-pocket expenses)
• Indirect expenses (20% of tuition fees)
6. Ownership of Intellectual PropertyKochi UniversityDetermined in accordance with the contractNo incidents are expected
(Consult us if an incident occurs)
7. Estimated processing time1.5 to 2 months1.5 to 2 months2 to 3 weeks

*1 Personnel costs for principal investigators are not mandatory, but we ask for your cooperation to the extent possible.
(Please note that some faculty members are not eligible for this program; before applying, please check with the department listed in section ② of “2. Consultation” below.)

*2 Research fees are required only when a researcher affiliated with an external institution is dispatched to Kochi University to conduct research.
(440,000 yen per person per year)

2. About Consultations

If you are interested in collaborating with our university through joint research or other means, we can assist you with researcher introductions, proposals for collaboration methods, and support regarding contracts.
Please refer to the following sections as appropriate.

① I would like to discuss collaboration with the university, such as joint research, or find researchers

Contact Information

Research Innovation Division, Research and Development Management Promotion Office
TEL: 088-844-8481, 088-888-8075
E-mail: kk62@kochi-u.ac.jp (Please replace ★ with @ before sending)

② I have already consulted with the researcher and would like to know about the contract procedures, etc.

Contact Information

For researchers Medical School

Research and Innovation Division, Research and Development Management Promotion Office
TEL: 088-844-8481, 088-888-8075
E-mail: kk62@kochi-u.ac.jp (Please replace ★ with @ before sending)

In the case of researchers at Medical School

General Affairs and Planning Division, Research Promotion Office, Research Support Section
TEL: 088-880-2226
E-mail: is22★kochi-u.ac.jp (Please replace ★ with @ before sending)

Relational Model

When applying, please first consult with a researcher at our university to draft the application form, and then send the completed document (Word file) to the contact address listed above.

Contract Research 
Joint Research 
Academic Guidance 

3. Announcements